School of Natural Sciences

Faculty Bio

Associate Dean, School of Natural Sciences; Professor of Mathematics

Education

PhD in Mathematics Education at University of Texas, Austin, Texas, 1993

MA in Mathematics Education at University of Texas, Austin, Texas, 1976

BSEd in Secondary Education at University of Texas, Austin, Texas, 1970

Why I Teach

My goal has always been to teach courses that give students meaningful learning experiences in a positive environment. To that end, I continue to improve my expertise, share teaching strategies with peers and implement various teaching methods while remembering that learning is hard work.

I have a strong commitment to our rigorous, liberal arts education. In the spirit of the mission of St. Edward’s, I design courses with an emphasis on creativity, critical thinking and writing. I believe that the primary purpose of an education is to enable students to succeed as productive, problem-solving members of society.